Many of us have personal devices such as phones, tablets, or laptops that we have connected to the school division’s open wireless channel (VBCPSChannel). This wifi connection has become very highly filtered and will not be useful for most users’ needs. The Department of Technology has asked that anyone who wishes to connect their personal devices…

Beginning this semester, a new Pod Squad position is being implemented! We are looking to train students to work as Tech Desk Support Specialists. This is a Level 1 Pod Squad position in which student volunteers will be trained to support 1:1 device integration. Students chosen for this role will assist those who come to…

Teachers! Now that all students have a device, you may wish to share some of your tools and tips with your colleagues. Sign up for the Second Annual OLHS Demo Slam. Click on the link below for more information. All previous tips will be accessible through the document provided below. NOTE – The most current…

Since our students have a combination of Windows 10 laptops and Chromebooks, World Language teachers sought an audio-recording solution for all classes. We recommend Voice Recorder from the 123apps.com suite of web-based apps. For a quick rundown of how to use Voice Recorder, click on the image below. Curious about other tools on 123apps.com? Check…

The implementation of 1 to 1 devices has left some users confused regarding their assigned level of rights on Windows 10 devices. The infographic below should inform students, staff, and administrators about their user rights, and a few Google features to ensure awareness of what each group can or cannot do while using their school-issued…

Teachers – Come check out the new library furniture AND get to know the Chromebook. A station is set up just for you in front of the ITS office. Not able to make it down, but curious about Chromebooks? Visit the OLHS Google Boot Camp Chromebooks page goo.gl/v2FN9m.

If you’ve ever lost internet connection while working on a Google Doc, you’ve probably experienced some level of frustration. There are settings in Google Drive that you can enable to continue working on Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides files even if you lose internet. Changes will simply auto-save the next time you reconnect to the…